Cuenca, Ecuador tops a new ranking of affordable expat-friendly cities, where year-round spring weather meets ultra-low living costs.

Looking forward to retirement so you can travel the world? Or do you prefer to downsize into a more convenient community? Some retirees are even thinking about doing both by retiring on a cruise ship.

At 9,350 feet above sea level, Quito, Ecuador, is one of the highest-elevation cities in the world, and while this capital city has plenty of panoramic views to offer, its unique geography is only ...